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The smells that bring back our past: The hidden power of olfactory memory

The smells that bring back our past: The hidden power of olfactory memory

Mar 14, 2026 • 1 Like

Olfactory memory: A well-documented scientific phenomenonNeuroscience confirms that smells trigger older and more emotional autobiographical memories than images or sounds. A review published by...

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Brain fog in CKD: How can kidney disease affect memory and thinking?

Chronic kidney disease

Brain fog in CKD: How can kidney disease affect memory and thinking?

Mar 13, 2026

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) means the kidneys are damaged or not working well for at least 3 months. The kidneys normally filter waste and extra fluid from the blood. When they slow down, waste can...

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Soluble vs insoluble fiber: Which is better for your gut?

Soluble vs insoluble fiber: Which is better for your gut?

Mar 9, 2026 • 2 Likes

Soluble and insoluble fiber: What’s the real difference?Fiber is a plant component that our bodies cannot digest. It therefore reaches the colon almost intact. But the way different fibers behave...

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Alcohol and the desire to have children: what you need to know about fertility

Alcohol and the desire to have children: what you need to know about fertility

Mar 7, 2026

How does alcohol affect the reproductive system?The impact of alcohol on sex hormones The reproductive system is finely regulated by the hypothalamic-pituitary-gonadal axis, which controls the...

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Obesity stigma: How to be kind to yourself when society shames your body

Obesity

Obesity stigma: How to be kind to yourself when society shames your body

Mar 4, 2026

Obesity is a complex, chronic health condition where a person has excess body fat that may affect health. It is influenced by many factors, including genetics, hormones, medications, sleep, stress,...

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Diabetes and social life: How to cope with fatigue, stress, and isolation

Diabetes (Type 1)
Diabetes (Type 2)

Diabetes and social life: How to cope with fatigue, stress, and isolation

Mar 2, 2026 • 1 Like

Understanding the impact of diabetes on social lifeIsolation and perception of the conditionDiabetes can lead to feelings of isolation. The demands related to meals, insulin injections, or regular...

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When geography determines your health: living with a rare disease far from specialized centers

When geography determines your health: living with a rare disease far from specialized centers

Feb 28, 2026

Medical deserts and their impact on rare diseasesWhat is a medical desert? A medical desert is defined as a geographical area where healthcare provision is insufficient to meet the needs of the...

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Migraine at the workplace: How to cope without burning out

Migraine

Migraine at the workplace: How to cope without burning out

Feb 27, 2026

Migraine is a neurological disease, not “just a headache.” Attacks can involve moderate to severe head pain plus symptoms like nausea, vomiting, light and sound sensitivity, dizziness, and brain fog....

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Sharing a bed with sleep apnea: How can couples sleep better?

Sleep apnea

Sharing a bed with sleep apnea: How can couples sleep better?

Feb 23, 2026

Understanding sleep apnea and its impact on couplesWhat is sleep apnea?Sleep apnea is characterised by repeated interruptions in breathing during the night. These pauses reduce oxygen levels in the...

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Endometriosis: Why the delay in diagnosis, and what can help?

Endometriosis

Endometriosis: Why the delay in diagnosis, and what can help?

Feb 20, 2026

What is endometriosis?Endometriosis is a condition where tissue similar to the lining of the uterus grows outside the uterus. It can cause inflammation, scarring, and pain. Symptoms vary widely. Some...

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When COPD affects your sleep: Night-time symptoms and fatigue explained

COPD

When COPD affects your sleep: Night-time symptoms and fatigue explained

Feb 16, 2026 • 1 Like

What is COPD?COPD, or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, is a chronic respiratory condition that causes a progressive narrowing of the airways. It includes several conditions, notably emphysema...

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What if iodine was your brain's secret weapon?

What if iodine was your brain's secret weapon?

Feb 14, 2026 • 1 Like

What is iodine and what role does it play in the brain? Iodine, an essential micronutrient Iodine is an essential trace element that our bodies cannot produce themselves. It must therefore be...

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